Rising since 1988, #139 for girls today.
Popularity of Elliana since 1986
Babies named Elliana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 193 |
| 2000s | 2,823 |
| 2010s | 12,195 |
| 2020s | 12,831 |
Meaning & origin
Elliana first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1986, and has since risen steadily in popularity. By 2025, it reached rank 139, with about 1 in 766 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2023, reflecting a strong upward trend dating to 1988. The name is most popular in Hawaii, Delaware, and New Mexico, showing a particular favor in states with diverse linguistic influences. Elliana's modern coinage blends the elegance of Ella and Anna, making it feel both fresh and familiar. Its rise in the 2020s places it among the stylish 'El-' names that appeal to parents seeking a melodic, feminized option.
Elliana is a modern elaboration of the name Eliana, which itself combines elements from names like Ella (meaning 'noble') and Anna (meaning 'grace'). It emerged in the late 20th century as a fashionable feminized form blending traditional sounds. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, since the 1990s.
Where Elliana is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Elliana” around the world
Where Elliana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
New Zealand
16
babies in 2025
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ellie, Ella, Ana, Liana, El
Sibling names for Elliana
Names that share Elliana's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Elliana
Names whose popularity has moved with Elliana's over the last 50 years.
